Feeding Pollinators & People: Exploring Native Plants

Crescent Farm Workshop

Join Giangelo “Gio” Leos & the Food ED team at the LA Arboretum Crescent Farm for an opportunity to explore the culinary uses of edible native plants & the California plants that pollinators need to eat and thrive in urban habitats. Attendees will receive free edible native plants (while supplies last), taste recipes, and look at native pollinators up close.

Giangelo Leos, Education & Garden Program Director

Non-members, please purchase general admission here: LA Arboretum Ticketing Page

Crescent Farm began in 2015 as a compacted, nutrient-depleted lawn. Today, just under an acre has been transformed through thoughtful topographical design to slow, spread, and sink water, rebuild healthy soil, and support thriving biodiversity. With a focus on water, carbon sequestration, and habitat, it stands as a living example of a regenerative landscape in action.

The mission of Crescent Farm—and workshops like this one—is made possible through the support of generous grant funding. These contributions ensure that the knowledge, conversations, and access to this unique garden space remain free and open to the community.

While there is no cost to attend, your presence matters. Space is limited, and each spot represents an opportunity to engage in meaningful learning. If you register, we ask that you commit to showing up—or let us know if you’re unable to attend so your place can be offered to someone else.

By joining us, you’re stepping into the work of citizen science and science communication—exploring how regenerative landscapes function, why habitat building is essential, and how we can all participate in restoring ecological balance. The value of this shared knowledge and curiosity is truly priceless.